Sermons on Worldliness Materialism:

Two Thieves Of Calvary (A Biblical Illustration Of Salvation)

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Jan 27, 2001

The two thieves on the cross illustrate the issue of salvation for the entire human race: that salvation is a choice by placing your faith alone in Christ alone.

TWO THIEVES OF CALVARY (A BIBLICAL ILLUSTRATION OF SALVATION) Luke 23:32, 39-43; Matt. 27:41-44) [HTML formatted version and handouts are located ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:41-44, Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Word Is Not Too Hard To Understand.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jul 6, 2001

Year C Sixth Sunday after Pentecost July 15th, 2001 Deuteronomy 30: 9-14 Title: “God’s word is not too hard to understand.”

Year C Sixth Sunday after Pentecost July 15th, 2001 Deuteronomy 30: 9-14 Title: “God’s word is not too hard to understand.” Our text is in the midst of a sermon, the third sermon of the book, delivered by Moses, exhorting the people to fidelity to Yahweh alone by living a way of life ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:9-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Giving Under Grace

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 30, 2000

The Church was never commanded to tithe. Grace giving in response to God’s love is today’s standard.

GIVING UNDER GRACE (2 Cor. 8:1 - 9:18) [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/giving.html] One of the most abused areas of the Scriptures by legalistic pastors and believers is the issue of giving. Ministers stand in their pulpits and say the most ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Christian Checklist; Do You Measure Up?

Contributed by David Richardson on Sep 29, 2005

If we let the world have its own way, we could reach a place where we think that we can’t do anything, therefore we don’t do anything. We could reach a point of all talk or thought, and no action.

Title: The Christian Checklist; Do You Measure Up? Scripture: Romans 12:10-21 10 Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. 11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Christ, Priest Of The New Covenant

Contributed by William Baeta on Oct 24, 2003

“But because Jesus lives for ever, He has a permanent priesthood. Therefore He is able to save completely those who come to God through Him, because He always lives to intercede for them ” Heb. 7:24-25.

Theme: Christ priest of the new covenant Text: Deut. 6:2-6; Heb. 7:23-28; Mark 12:28-34 Covenants established by blood sacrifices, from the beginning of the Scriptures in the Garden of Eden to its end in heaven, are a constant testimony of God’s grace. Just as fallen man was clothed with the skin ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-14, Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ready For Jesus The Messiah (Advent / Christmas)

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Oct 18, 2000

Are we ready mentally and spiritually to celebrate Messiah’s arrival?

Ready For Jesus The Messiah (Advent / Christmas) (Luke 1:39-40) [HTML formatted version of this sermon is located at: http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/ready4jc.html] Luke 1:39-40 39 At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judea, 40 where she entered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Golden Cows

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 15, 2001

The Christian church of today is worshipping not God, but large Golden Cows.

"THE GOLDEN COWS" Thesis: The Christian church of today is worshipping not God, but large Golden Cows. Illustration: Abraham’s Object of Worship The Jews have a legend that when Abraham started on his journeys, he saw the stars in the heavens and said, "I will worship the stars." But ere ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Kingdom Works: Part 3 – Funding The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 11, 2007

What’s in YOUR wallet; or what’s in your heart? Money reveals our priorities

How The Kingdom Works: Part 3 – Funding The Kingdom Feb 18, 2007 Intro: “The offering” video, from Good $ense. Why Do You Give? That humorous clip shows several different motivations for giving: glory, guilt, gratitude – what is yours? Why do you give? Ministry Takes Money Over the past two ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Foundation Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 13, 2014

This is the third in a series of 4 messages designed to help create a new focus on Purpose/Vision/Mission. Thanks to the writings of Dr. Gene Mimms, Dr. Rick Warren, & Dr. Thom Rainer for the 'extra' readings to complete this series.

The FOUNDATION Purpose for a new year - #3 of 4 Jerry Watts 1 Corinthians 3:9-15 • Today, I begin with a question that is personal as well as collective. Here it is; what type of foundation are you building your life on & are we building this fellowship on? This is important. • The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Stewardship - More Than Tithing

Contributed by David Wilson on Jan 3, 2012

Stewardship suggests to most people simply tithing-- tithing is just the beginning of stewardship.

Grant Avenue Baptist Church 2215 Grant Avenue Redondo Beach, CA 90278 310-591-2968 Pastor David Wilson CELL: 310-213-4586 Pastor David Wilson email abimilech@ca.rr.com For the first month of 2012 we will place a heavy emphasis on Stewardship. We have designated January as stewardship ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-33

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 50: Preach The Gospel Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 10, 2018

Preach Jesus, the Good News, evangelistic preaching from every part of the Bible.

Lesson Goal I want to encourage the preaching of Jesus, the gospel, evangelistic preaching from every part of the Bible. Lesson Intro Our planet is bombarded by dozens of important messages. Reversing dangerous global climate change is a message that is very prominent. Saying no to drugs is an ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Going Up Or Down?

Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 19, 2015

The rich man's sin was not his wealth, but his hard heart. Those who are rich have an obligation to help the poor. How we use what we have leads to God's judgment.

The Pope, Billy Graham and Oral Roberts all died on the same day and arrived at the Pearly Gates at the same time. St. Peter said to them, "I have some bad news and some good news. The bad news is that we are full right now and I am going to have to send the three of you down to the devil. The good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Anglican

"Singed Christians"

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jul 24, 2015

Paul tells the Corinthian Christians and us that in order to keep from standing before the Lord singed, we must build our Christian life on things that are valuable or we will stand before the Lord, singed. We will look like we walked through fire.

SINGED 1 Corinthians 3: 10-16 (NLT) Intro: Back in 1997, there was a movie that came out that was very popular with the youth and young adults at the time. It was called “Austin Power, International Man Of Mystery”. It was a spoof somewhat of the James Bond movies. It was a little ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Poor Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 11, 2014

This message focuses on the mission of Jesus Christ: proclaiming the Good News for the Poor.

For the Poor Isaiah 61 How many of you have seen the Mission Impossible movies? Age check! How many of you remember the original TV series airing on Saturday nights. It ran from 1966 to 1973. There is one line which defined that series and it was, “Your mission, if you should choose to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Methodist

The Power Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

If the God of the universe speaks into your very being saying, “I love you,” what else do you need?

On many of our minds this morning is the latest of a string of shootings. The latest happening this past Sunday at the nearby West Freeway Church of Christ here in Fort Worth. Our church has taken a number of steps to ensure your safety and will continue to do so. From a volunteer security team to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13, Exodus 20:17

Denomination: Baptist